Staff Accountant, Analysis and Reporting
Portland, Oregon - Added Dec 4th, 2023
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Staff Accountant - Analysis & Reporting
Oregon Community Foundation
Motus Recruiting and Staffing is proud to partner with the Oregon Community Foundation in its executive search for a Staff Accountant - Analysis & Reporting individual.
OVERVIEW OF STAFF ACCOUNTANT - ANALYSIS & REPORTING ROLE
The Staff Accountant, Analysis and Reporting, is responsible for reviewing and approving accounts receivable (AR) and accounts payable (AP) workflows, non-cash contributions, maintaining general ledger activity, collection of vendor information for tax reporting, and other various accounting duties. This role assumes the accuracy of accounting transactions by identifying processing errors and issues. This role also provides backup for AP and grant payments.
OCF employees are expected to work a minimum of three days in the office. We are in the process of assessing eligibility for hybrid work schedules for our positions. After an initial training period of approximately two months, this position may be assessed as having an option to work remotely a portion of the week, increasing time in the office during peak seasons.
Job Location: Portland, OR. (Fully on-site)
Compensation:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Review and Approve Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable – Percentage of Time: 40%
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Oregon Community Foundation (OCF) was founded in 1973 with a big mission: to improve the lives of all Oregonians through the power of philanthropy. In partnership with donors and volunteers, OCF works to strengthen communities in every county in Oregon through research, grantmaking, and scholarships. In 2022, OCF distributed more than $180 million, supporting 3,500 grantees and awarding more than 3,000 scholarships. With OCF, individuals, families, businesses, and organizations create charitable funds that meet the needs of diverse communities statewide. 2023 marks OCF’s 50th anniversary, and since its founding, OCF has distributed more than $2.2 billion in community investments, including grants to 10,850 nonprofits and 53,375 scholarships to students. Individuals, families, businesses, and organizations can work with OCF to create charitable funds to support causes important to them.
OCF is an Equal Opportunity Employer with five offices throughout Oregon in Bend, Eugene, Medford, Portland, and Salem committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We strive to build a diverse workforce to promote effective work in partnership with all communities and population groups in Oregon. We welcome a diverse pool of qualified applicants. Come join our team! To learn more, please visit: oregoncf.org.
OCF’S COMMITMENT TO EQUITY AND SAFETY
In addition to the specific job requirements for each position, all staffers are expected to embody certain cultural values to support OCF’s mission: communicate effectively, value one another, demonstrate accountability, embrace possibilities, address conflict, and take action. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and qualifications for the role.
All employees are asked to support a safe work environment by performing work duties safely and according to procedures. This includes reporting all injuries, illnesses, or accidents sustained while working to your immediate supervisor as soon as possible after the occurrence or within 24 hours of the injury, illness, or accident, and reporting any accident involving OCF vehicles, equipment, or other property, regardless of the nature of the accident, to your immediate supervisor as soon as possible after the accident.
REQUIRED CULTURAL VALUES:
In addition to the specific job requirements for each position, staff are expected to embody certain cultural values to support OCF’s mission: communicate effectively, value one another, demonstrate accountability, embrace possibilities, address conflict and take action.
About Motus Recruiting and Staffing, Inc.
Founded in 2006, Motus is an award-winning recruiting and staffing firm in the Pacific Northwest, specializing in professional services and technology solutions. We are a group of people who recognize the importance of representation and actively fight for diversity, equity, and inclusion in the recruitment process. Our goal is to educate organizations on the importance of DEI when hiring, promoting, and supporting diverse employees. We are calling organizations to demonstrate their commitment to DEI by being intentional about whom they hire. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability, or protected veteran status.
PB/BH #11802
Oregon Community Foundation
Motus Recruiting and Staffing is proud to partner with the Oregon Community Foundation in its executive search for a Staff Accountant - Analysis & Reporting individual.
OVERVIEW OF STAFF ACCOUNTANT - ANALYSIS & REPORTING ROLE
The Staff Accountant, Analysis and Reporting, is responsible for reviewing and approving accounts receivable (AR) and accounts payable (AP) workflows, non-cash contributions, maintaining general ledger activity, collection of vendor information for tax reporting, and other various accounting duties. This role assumes the accuracy of accounting transactions by identifying processing errors and issues. This role also provides backup for AP and grant payments.
OCF employees are expected to work a minimum of three days in the office. We are in the process of assessing eligibility for hybrid work schedules for our positions. After an initial training period of approximately two months, this position may be assessed as having an option to work remotely a portion of the week, increasing time in the office during peak seasons.
Job Location: Portland, OR. (Fully on-site)
Compensation:
- $27.28/hr. to $35.90/hr. DOE.
- Work week hours estimated to be 37.5hrs. / week.
- Excellent benefit package includes generous paid time off, choice of medical and dental coverage, vision, outstanding 401k retirement plan, commuter and healthcare pre-tax savings accounts, employer-paid disability, and life. Employees have access to an Employee Assistance Plan, paid volunteer leave, professional development opportunities, and much more!
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Review and Approve Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable – Percentage of Time: 40%
- Reconcile weekly AP entries, related invoices, credit card expenses and reimbursement requests prior to payment for accuracy, appropriate authorizations, and adequate documentation. Approve AP payment workflows.
- Verify general ledger (GL) coding and backups for AR transactions and post them to the general ledger.
- Create electronic files for contracts, including review of all statements of work and preparation in DocuSign.
- Track contractors’ year-to-date contract balances and review annual form 1099’s.
- Review and post non-cash gifts and related sales to the GL.
- Conduct the verification for AP/grantee electronic payments and maintain bank information for vendors.
- Record all activities related to GL for charitable trusts and charitable annuities, including new trusts/annuities contributions and maturities.
- Prepare daily checking account deposits and send them to the bank.
- Record adjusted journal entries for prepaid expenses, AR, and AP to align revenues and expenses to appropriate accounting periods.
- Distribute monthly budget reports and serve as a resource for budget questions from other departments.
- Prepare monthly bank account reconciliation for OCF’s supporting organizations.
- Prepare audit work papers as assigned and supporting documentations for auditors.
- Prepare annual federal forms 990 and 990T work papers as assigned.
- Assist Controller in the preparation of financial reports.
- Develop and maintain written procedures as appropriate.
- Provide backup support for AP, AR, grants, and scholarship processing.
- Other duties and projects as assigned.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or in lieu of degree, equivalent combination of education and additional work experience.
- 4+ years of related experience required.
- 2+ years’ analysis and reporting using Excel and financial systems.
- Nonprofit accounting experience preferred but not required.
- Payroll and benefit experience for accounting preferred but not required.
- Solid knowledge of accounting theory combined with accounting processing experiences.
- Knowledge of higher-level analysis and projection tools used with accounting processes.
- Proficient in problem solving, analysis and uses appropriate level of judgment.
- MS Office: Windows, Excel, Outlook, Word.
- Strong organizational skills: Detail-oriented and accurate.
- Ability to prioritize and manage several tasks efficiently, accurately, and timely; ability to meet multiple deadlines; ability to quickly shift priorities and adapt to change.
- Strong analytical skills and ability to create scenarios for financial analysis.
- Cultural agility skills required to work with diverse groups of individuals.
Oregon Community Foundation (OCF) was founded in 1973 with a big mission: to improve the lives of all Oregonians through the power of philanthropy. In partnership with donors and volunteers, OCF works to strengthen communities in every county in Oregon through research, grantmaking, and scholarships. In 2022, OCF distributed more than $180 million, supporting 3,500 grantees and awarding more than 3,000 scholarships. With OCF, individuals, families, businesses, and organizations create charitable funds that meet the needs of diverse communities statewide. 2023 marks OCF’s 50th anniversary, and since its founding, OCF has distributed more than $2.2 billion in community investments, including grants to 10,850 nonprofits and 53,375 scholarships to students. Individuals, families, businesses, and organizations can work with OCF to create charitable funds to support causes important to them.
OCF is an Equal Opportunity Employer with five offices throughout Oregon in Bend, Eugene, Medford, Portland, and Salem committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We strive to build a diverse workforce to promote effective work in partnership with all communities and population groups in Oregon. We welcome a diverse pool of qualified applicants. Come join our team! To learn more, please visit: oregoncf.org.
OCF’S COMMITMENT TO EQUITY AND SAFETY
In addition to the specific job requirements for each position, all staffers are expected to embody certain cultural values to support OCF’s mission: communicate effectively, value one another, demonstrate accountability, embrace possibilities, address conflict, and take action. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and qualifications for the role.
All employees are asked to support a safe work environment by performing work duties safely and according to procedures. This includes reporting all injuries, illnesses, or accidents sustained while working to your immediate supervisor as soon as possible after the occurrence or within 24 hours of the injury, illness, or accident, and reporting any accident involving OCF vehicles, equipment, or other property, regardless of the nature of the accident, to your immediate supervisor as soon as possible after the accident.
REQUIRED CULTURAL VALUES:
In addition to the specific job requirements for each position, staff are expected to embody certain cultural values to support OCF’s mission: communicate effectively, value one another, demonstrate accountability, embrace possibilities, address conflict and take action.
About Motus Recruiting and Staffing, Inc.
Founded in 2006, Motus is an award-winning recruiting and staffing firm in the Pacific Northwest, specializing in professional services and technology solutions. We are a group of people who recognize the importance of representation and actively fight for diversity, equity, and inclusion in the recruitment process. Our goal is to educate organizations on the importance of DEI when hiring, promoting, and supporting diverse employees. We are calling organizations to demonstrate their commitment to DEI by being intentional about whom they hire. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability, or protected veteran status.
PB/BH #11802
Job ID: 11802